look out for number one
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"I'm goin' to look out for number one," said Tom, shrugging his shoulders.
From Helping Himself by Horatio Alger
You are a strong fighter for your rights, resent interference, look out for number one at all times, but are honest and frank in that seeking.
From Manual of the Enumeration A Text Book on the Sciences of the Enumeration by C. J. Coffman
Well, perhaps you might; but I have got to look out for number one.
From Driven from Home, or Carl Crawford's Experience by Horatio Alger
When other men with sword and gun, Would stop the fierce destroying Hun, We count the cost as money lost, And still look out for number one.
From War Rhymes by Wayfarer by Abner Cosens
My motto is to look out for number one every time, and it's a mighty good motto.
From The Depot Master by Joseph Crosby Lincoln
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word